Substance abuse is a vicious cycle that can impact nearly every area of a person’s life. The most common side effects are mental health conditions, dangerous withdrawal symptoms, and financial instability. Drug-induced psychosis is another severe result of addiction. For individuals experiencing this condition, it’s crucial to find help as soon as possible. Psychosis PsychosisRead More
Witnessing a loved one engage in self-harming behaviors can leave you feeling scared and helpless. You may find yourself questioning how it happened, thinking, “How did it get this bad?” Moreover, you may wonder what you can do to help your loved one get the support they need. Nevertheless, reaching out to a loved oneRead More
The 24-hour news media cycle makes it difficult to ignore negative events going on in the world. The impact of the news can be especially harmful to an individual in mental health or trauma recovery. With the right tools, you can find relief from this type of stress and enjoy success in your healing journey.Read More
Everyone’s experiences with trauma are deeply personal, and how you respond to it is unique to you. However, as noted in an article from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), traumatic experiences often negatively impact your physical and behavioral health. Moreover, traumatic experiences highlight the brain-body connection in which the psychological distressRead More
Before treatment, you were likely busy. You probably could not have imagined having had time to volunteer somewhere. In this current time of your life, however, you may have more time on your hands than you know what to do with. Along with this, you may have a newfound desire to help out. You couldRead More
The truth about recovery is that it can be challenging. Creating a whole new life for yourself means facing your fears and doing deep work to heal. The good news is that you can find fun methods and therapies to help you along your journey. Adventure therapy will give you a new sense of excitement.Read More
Love bombing is a form of emotional and psychological abuse in which an individual manipulates another person into loving them. Recognizing this form of abuse can help you leave toxic relationships and allow you to build a healthy and happy life. What Does “Love Bombing” Even Mean? “Love bombing” is a phrase that has becomeRead More
Schizophrenia is one of the most difficult mental health disorders an individual can experience. Individuals will often observe reality in a distorted way, leading to distrust amongst others and within themselves. If you have schizophrenia, it’s crucial to establish safety within yourself in order to begin the process of healing. A Highly Personal Disorder InRead More
Bipolar disorder is a difficult disorder that affects millions of adults each day. Unfortunately, bipolar disorder is often left untreated because many people are unaware they actually have it. Identifying bipolar episodes is the first step in understanding this condition so you can find treatment and begin the journey of healing. Bipolar and Misdiagnosis AccordingRead More
As soon as your eyes open in the morning, you are faced with making decisions. How many times can you hit snooze without being late? Coffee before or after a shower? Perhaps, coffee in the shower. So many decisions to make and you are not out of bed yet. With so many demands within yourRead More